Gin Lemon Drop
Curated Recipe
- Glass
- Cocktail
- Difficulty
- Easy
- ABV
- ~20%
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Ingredients
- 2 ozgin60 ml
- ¾ ozfresh lemon juice22 ml
- ¾ ozsimple syrup22 ml
- ¼ oztriple sec7 ml
Instructions
Combine gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and triple sec in a shaker with ice. Shake hard and strain into a sugar-rimmed cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
Sips & Tips
Technique
The gin's botanicals add complexity that vodka can't provide. Use a citrus-forward gin (Tanqueray, Beefeater) for the best pairing with the lemon.
Balance
This is a Lemon Drop with gin instead of vodka — the botanicals make it more interesting. The triple sec adds orange depth. Sugar rim provides sweetness on the lips.
History
Variations
Lavender Gin Lemon Drop
Add ¼ oz lavender syrup for a floral, purple-tinged version.
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Gin Lemon Drop
Glass: Cocktail | Difficulty: Easy | ABV: ~20%
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- ¼ oz triple sec
Instructions
Combine gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and triple sec in a shaker with ice. Shake hard and strain into a sugar-rimmed cocktail glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.